Erin Andrews didn’t hold back when she fired back at a fan who made a rude comment about her appearance while covering the 49ers-Buccaneers game in Tampa on November 10. During the latest episode of her and Charissa Thompson’s “Calm Down” podcast, the Fox Sports NFL sideline reporter shared her frustrations with the negative feedback she received after the game.
Andrews, who has been a familiar face on NFL sidelines for years, explained that the hot weather in Tampa had her sweating profusely during the broadcast. “Somebody said, ‘Erin Andrews, you look so great, you have this glow. What’re you using?’ And I said, ‘It’s called sweat.’ We were outside… like 90 degrees on the field for four hours,” Andrews recounted.
She went on to describe her response to the comment, which quickly escalated after an online troll chimed in. “I wrote back and I said, ‘It’s called sweat and I need a shower,’ and some a–hole wrote, ‘It’s hot flashes.’”
Andrews, clearly fed up, replied, “Shut the—shut up! It’s outside for five hours, enough!” She explained that the intense sun had been beating down on her throughout the day, and she was unable to reapply sunscreen due to the body makeup she was wearing.
Andrews, who is also the founder of the clothing line WEAR by EA, discussed the incident while she and her co-host, Charissa Thompson, were answering fan questions—specifically one about how they handle criticism. Thompson, a studio host for Fox Sports NFL and “Thursday Night Football” on Amazon, offered her support, encouraging Andrews to ignore the haters.
“Don’t worry about those losers, you just keep doing you,” Thompson said, standing up for her friend and colleague. “People that try and poke Erin and I on stuff, every now and then we’ll respond, just because it’s just like, we had enough… But for every 100 bad comments, we may respond to one.”
The candid discussion between the two co-hosts was later shared on social media by the “Calm Down” podcast account, which posted a clip of the exchange along with the caption, “Menopause jokes aren’t funny,” complete with an angry face emoji.
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The supportive bond between Andrews and Thompson was evident during the conversation, as they both emphasized the importance of not letting online negativity get the best of them.
Thompson pointed out that while they may occasionally respond to rude comments, they try not to let those negative voices overshadow the overwhelming amount of positive feedback they receive.
Andrews, who has always been open about the challenges of working as a female sports broadcaster, didn’t shy away from expressing her frustration at the unfair comments.
With years of experience covering major sporting events, Andrews has become accustomed to the pressures of being in the public eye, but that doesn’t mean she won’t stand up for herself when someone crosses the line.
Her response serves as a reminder that even public figures have their limits, and that it’s important to call out inappropriate behavior when it occurs.
As a seasoned journalist, Erin Andrews has earned the respect of many in the sports world, and her ability to stay professional in the face of criticism is just one more reason why she’s so highly regarded.
The moment also highlighted the double standards that female broadcasters often face, particularly when it comes to their appearance.
Andrews’ frustration was palpable as she described the challenges of working in the sweltering heat while trying to maintain her on-camera presence—something her male counterparts are rarely, if ever, scrutinized for.
While the negativity can be draining, Andrews and Thompson continue to push forward, determined not to let the haters bring them down. The “Calm Down” podcast gives the pair a platform to address these issues head-on, and fans appreciate their candid, unfiltered approach to the challenges they face in their careers.
In the end, Erin Andrews made it clear that she’s not here for the unsolicited criticism. Her message was simple: “Shut up” to those who think it’s okay to make jokes at her expense.
She, along with Charissa Thompson, will continue to do their jobs—and do them well—regardless of what the critics have to say.
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